Daniel has a YouTube channel called Hyperacusis Hope, which, like a lighthouse, gives navigational aid for dark and murky waters: pain and loudness hyperacusis, grave conditions where the “seafarers” can quickly get lost. The intention of his channel is to remind other hyperacusis sufferers that they are not alone, and to encourage them to find strength in community and advocacy.

“The type of hope that I’m trying to foster on this channel is a real embodied hope that sometimes is powerful and inspirational, and at other times is just a dim flicker that needs to be kindled. And sometimes we can’t do that alone–sometimes we need somebody else to help us fan that flame.”

Today he pays tribute to the late Patricia Bylsma.

“Before her life was suddenly interrupted by hyperacusis from a rollercoaster concussion at a theme park, she was a fun-loving woman who enjoyed helping others. She modeled, scuba dived, was an advocate for environmental causes, and had so much to live for.

“Unfortunately, towards the end of her life, She was in a dark room 24/7, wearing both an eye mask and ear protection, but was still getting tortured by noise, and ultimately felt cornered into taking her life.”

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DISCLAIMER

If you’re suffering from suicidal thoughts, you’re not alone. You can call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You can also chat with 988lifeline.org. Or text MHA to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line. Or, for a comprehensive list pertaining to different countries, visit the following link: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lines.

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